Synonyms of lets

lets 1 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of let

1

as in allows

to give permission to

my parents would not let me drive until I had a job and could pay for my own gas

Synonyms & Similar Words

• allows
• permits
• leaves
• empowers
• authorizes
• approves
• endorses
• licenses
• liberates
• frees
• sanctions
• gives in (to)
• indulges
• caters (to)
• commissions
• releases
• humors

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• forbids
• prohibits
• enjoins
• discourages
• prevents
• blocks
• inhibits
• impedes
• constrains
• deters
• obstructs
• curbs
• bars
• frustrates
• holds back

2

as in rents

chiefly British to give the possession and use of (something) in return for periodic payment

the pensioner has begun letting rooms in her home to earn some extra money

Synonyms & Similar Words

• rents
• leases
• hires
• engages
• charters
• sublets
• lodges
• subleases
• rack-rents

3

as in enables

to make able or possible

the low gravity on the moon lets you make enormous leaps and jumps

Synonyms & Similar Words

• enables
• allows
• empowers
• permits
• prepares
• equips
• approves
• qualifies
• endorses
• readies
• fits
• habilitates
• conditions
• sanctions

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• prevents
• precludes
• inhibits
• prohibits
• forbids
• disallows
• enjoins

4

as in tolerates

to fail to prevent (some behavior on someone's part) especially from neglect or indifference

they let their kids get away with murder

Synonyms & Similar Words

• allows
• tolerates
• ignores
• permits
• suffers
• puts up with
• disregards
• forgives
• condones
• overlooks
• brushes (aside or off)
• winks (at)
• excuses
• gives in (to)
• indulges
• caters (to)
• shrugs off
• brooks
• pardons
• humors

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• prevents
• blocks
• constrains
• forbids
• prohibits
• bars
• discourages
• interferes (with)
• inhibits
• impedes
• curbs
• frustrates
• deters
• holds back

lets

2 of 2

noun

plural of let

as in obstacles

something that makes movement or progress difficult

artists are allowed to sell their goods in the public square without let or hindrance

Synonyms & Similar Words

• obstacles
• hurdles
• obstructions
• barriers
• embarrassments
• stops
• loads
• stumbling blocks
• burdens
• inhibitions
• interferences
• impediments
• constraints
• blocks
• cramps
• shackles
• drags
• handicaps
• chains
• balks
• encumbrances
• hindrances
• clogs
• trammels
• manacles
• deterrents
• hitches
• catches
• rubs
• bars
• fetters
• snags
• crimps
• brakes
• delays
• reins
• stone walls
• restraints
• holdbacks
• dangers
• disadvantages
• brick walls
• curbs
• hobbles
• hazards
• checks
• arrests
• difficulties
• blockades
• blockages
• stoppages
• embargoes
• stalls
• drawbacks
• hardships
• perils
• bits
• reefs
• cumbers
• holdups
• adversities

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• incentives
• spurs
• stimuli
• catalysts
• help
• advantages
• stimulants
• breaks
• edges
• goads
• benefits
• aids
• impetuses
• boosts
• assistances
• handmaidens

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of lets

Verb

By restoring full expensing for equipment purchases and research and development, the law lets businesses invest in growing instead of taxing those investments. — Kent Strang, Boston Herald, 26 July 2026

Perhaps the Codex Micro’s most interesting feature is a rotary dial that lets the user adjust the agent’s reasoning level depending on the difficulty of the task. — New Atlas, 25 July 2026

Their median down payment is 9%, compared to 13% for older millennials, 19% for Gen X, and 26% or more for Boomers — meaning the equity flywheel that lets older buyers keep trading up is barely turning for the younger cohort. — Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 25 July 2026

Hoss and Howie are two oxen who live at the farm, and a pig cam lets the public keep tabs on new litters of piglets even when the fair isn’t running. — Heather McRea, Oc Register, 25 July 2026

Cadillac Summit Loop, Acadia National Park Cadillac Mountain is one of Acadia’s most popular places to watch the sunrise, and the short, paved Cadillac Summit Loop Trail lets visitors take in the view without a strenuous climb. — Ashley Lynch, Miami Herald, 24 July 2026

PetSmart’s Treats Rewards program is free to join and lets members earn points on purchases, unlock exclusive deals and enjoy perks such as members-only pricing and a gift on their pet’s birthday. — Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 July 2026

According to Perseus Digital Library, which translates Greek and Roman mythology to English, some writers refer to Cerberus as the hound that guards the gates of Hades, where the dog allows people to enter, but never lets them out. — Maddie Rhodes, USA Today, 24 July 2026

Apple’s Declared Age Range API lets the operating system attest to a broad age range, with no birthdate and no document changing hands. — Ravi Iyer, Time, 18 July 2026

Noun

Easing in lets kids absorb the energy gradually, gives you time to find your seats, hit the bathroom and grab snacks or merch without missing the opening notes. — Lauren Schuster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 June 2026

Reaching out and sharing what’s going on lets in the light. — R. Eric Thomas, Mercury News, 7 June 2026

The other lets go of a red balloon. — Literary Hub, 29 Apr. 2026

Technology that shows who's scheduled to be in lets employees make informed decisions about when their presence adds value. — Alaa Pasha, Forbes.com, 25 Feb. 2026

Federal police chased and targeted people randomly in public places like stores, shopping center parking lets, a church lawn and a country club and at times aimed their weapons at people or threatened them. — Charlotte Observer, 26 Dec. 2025

The federal government’s permissiveness toward this form of betting lets platforms operate nationwide without following state laws or tax rates—a potentially lucrative proposition that has gained venture capital backing while angering states and tribal groups. — Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 26 Nov. 2025

Leveraging Scholten’s experience with convertible cars, a folding or removable top lets in the sun and breeze. — IEEE Spectrum, 29 July 2025